Howard Platt is an American actor best known for playing Officer Hopkins in Sanford and Son.
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Best Known For:The television show Sanford and Son
Breakthrough:Gained recognition for his role as Officer 'Hoppy' Hopkins on the NBC sitcom Sanford and Son in 1972
10 Quick Facts About Howard Platt
- Full Name: Howard Platt
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: The television show Sanford and Son
- Date of Birth: June 5, 1938
- Age: 87 years old
- Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Alice Trevett
- Specialization: Actor

Howard Platt Age
Howard Platt is about 88 years old as of 2026. Howard Platt was born in 1938.
Career & Work
Howard Platt's career includes acting and entertainment roles with CBS.
Organization: CBS
Role: Actor (Officer “Hoppy” Hopkins)
Period: 1972–1976
Details: Sanford and Son
Rise to Fame
Howard Platt rose to prominence for his role on the television show Sanford and Son.
Notable Works
Notable screen roles include Sanford and Son and The Bob Newhart Show.
- TV Show: Sanford and Son (Officer Hopkins, 1972-1976)
- TV Show: The Bob Newhart Show (Dr. Newman)
Howard Platt Family & Relationships
Howard Platt is married to Alice Trevett.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Howard Platt
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: June 5, 1938
- Age: 87
- Birthday: June 5
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini
- Place of Birth: Chicago, Illinois
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Alice Trevett
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment









